Dave Bernstein

David Bernstein is a Brand Manager for Townsquare Media in Wenatchee, WA and has worked in broadcast media in North Central Washington since 1983. He hosts an afternoon talk show and newscast and develops news and lifestyle content for the local network of digital platforms. He is a native Californian but moved to Washington State in the 70's and has made the Wenatchee area home for most of his life.

New Fire on US 97 Blewett Pass Near Liberty

A new fire is burning on US.97 on the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. The Kittitas County Sheriff's Office has ordered Level 2 (Get Set) Evacuations: Deer Gulch in the Liberty area Level 1 (Be Ready) Evacuations: Liberty area and Harkness Road The now 100-acre Swauk Fire started late Sunday afternoon due to a motor vehicle accident on Highway 97 approximately 2 miles north of Lauderdale Juncti

New Citizens to Be Sworn in at 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony in Cashmere

The 23rd Anniversary 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony will be held on Wednesday, September 11th at the 9/11 Spirit of America Memorial in Cashmere. The ceremony starts at 11am but will be preceded by a special naturalization ceremony for 30 new U...

Fallen Climber Rescued in Tumwater Canyon Near Leavenworth

The rescue operation can be scene near the large tree at the center of rock face as shown A 43 year old woman was rescued Friday after a climbing accident on the Saber Route on Castlerock in the Tumwater Canyon outside of Leavenworth. The accide...

Chelan Douglas Land Trust Field Guide to Local Flora & Fauna

Chelan Douglas Land Trust has produced a handy tool for local residents and visitors to the Wenatchee Valley. Land Trust consultant Susan Ballinger says the Wenatchee Area Field Guide is an illustrated resource to the flora and fauna that can be found along the shoreline of the Columbia River, the Wenatchee foothills trail system and lower elevation stands of ponderosa and douglas fir trees. ... R

Blewett Pass Reopens Past Blewett Fire

UPDATE 1PM US97 Blewett Pass Reopened for traffic A 15 acre fire burning in timber, brush and grass is located near the summit, 21 miles northeast of Cle Elum, WA. The fire is believed to be human-caused and started just off the shoulder of the highway. U...

Apple Blossom Announces 2025-26 Chaperones Terri Van Horn, Denese Sollom

The Washington State Apple Blossom Festival announced Terri Van Horn as a Royalty Chaperone for Festivals in 2025 & 2026. Terri will serve as the Royalty Chaperone under Jan Crollard. Van Horn retired after teaching for 28 years in the Wenatchee School District and 3 years in California. Denese ...

Chelan County Fair Prepares for Thursday Opening

The Chelan County fair opens Thursday for a four day run at the fairgrounds in Cashemre. This year's theme is "Back To Our Roots in Cowboy Boots" Exhibitors will be busy Wednesday, seting up displays of what they hope will be award-winning entries and local FFA and 4-H youth will be bringing their livestock to the fairgrounds for auction. ...

New PUD Substation Now Serving Chelan

A new Chelan PUD substation is now serving customers on the North shore of Lake Chelan. In a news release, the utiliy said the 5 acre North Shore substation site along Henderson Road was selected in 2017 with input from the public to help meet a demand for service based on growth projections in Manson and Chelan...

Solobino: The Wenatchee Humane Society Pet of the Week

Solobino is a 6-year-old pointer mix with a heart of gold. He is gentle, affectionate and eager to find a family who will appreciate his calm, loving nature. Solobino is good on a leash and would make the perfect companion for someone who enjoys quiet afternoons, peaceful walks, and plenty of cuddle time...

How Does Your Garden Grow? WSU Extension Offers Garden Class Series

WSU Extension for Chelan/Douglas County is offering a series of free classes on garden topics and ways to get the most out of your garden's bounty. The classes are offered on most Wednesdays through October 2nd at Celebration Lutheran Church at 801 8t Street NE in East Wenatchee...